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Phoenix, Arizona Weather History

Arizona, United States · 45 yrs data
📍 33.5256°N, 112.0820°W
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Quick Climate Facts

(19812025)
Hottest Month
🔥
July
Avg 93.4°F
Min 72.6°F
Max 114.3°F
Coldest Month
❄️
January
Avg 53.5°F
Min 29.6°F
Max 77.4°F
Wettest Month
🌧️
August
40 mm
Driest Month
🏜️
June
3 mm
Most Humid
💧
January
47%
Least Humid
🌬️
June
17%
Highest Ever
🌡️
123.1°F
July 1995
Lowest Ever
🧊
17.5°F
December 1990

Phoenix Climate Overview

Phoenix has a warm subtropical climate with warm summers and cold winters.

Temperatures peak in July and drop to their lowest in January, while rainfall is highest during summer months.

Humidity remains relatively low throughout the year, especially during winter months, creating cold and dry conditions.

Monthly Climate Data
Month🌤️HighLowAvgHumid %Rain (mm)Wind (m/s)Solar (kWh/m²)
January🌤️77.4°F29.6°F53.5°F47%342.03.43
February🌤️81.2°F32.1°F56.6°F45%331.94.41
March☀️88.0°F36.5°F62.2°F41%322.05.76
April☀️96.9°F42.8°F69.8°F31%92.27.18
May🌞104.5°F51.5°F78.0°F23%62.27.97
June🔥112.6°F62.7°F87.6°F17%32.28.27
July🔥114.3°F72.6°F93.4°F30%352.07.44
August🔥111.8°F72.3°F92.1°F36%401.86.85
September🔥107.4°F62.1°F84.7°F33%261.96.09
October🌞99.0°F48.4°F73.7°F32%202.04.96
November☀️87.3°F36.7°F62.0°F37%232.03.78
December🌤️77.7°F30.0°F53.8°F46%341.93.11

Showing average climate conditions across 45 years (1981–2025)

🌍 Weather in Phoenix Across Seasons

❄️ Winter in Phoenix

January is Phoenix's coldest month, with average lows reaching 29.7°F.
🌡️December to February (avg) · 30.6°F78.8°F

🧥 Expect frosty nights and below-freezing temperatures during this Cold Winter period.

☀️ Summer in Phoenix

Summer temperatures in Phoenix peak in July, climbing to 114.3°F.
🌡️June to August (avg) · 69.3°F112.8°F

🌤️ Limit midday outdoor exposure and stay hydrated — this is an intense Hot Summer.

🌧️ Rainiest Period in Phoenix

Phoenix sees its highest rainfall in August, receiving approximately 40 mm of precipitation.
🌧️July to January (avg) · up to 40 mm

☔ Rainfall is spread across the year with no sharply defined wet season.

📅 Monthly Averages

🌡️ Temperature Patterns

Monthly averages · 19812025 climate normals · °F

🌡️ Phoenix Monthly Temperature Guide

July is the hottest month in Phoenix, with average highs reaching 114.3°F, while January is the coldest with lows dropping to 29.6°F.

Temperatures rise steadily from spring, peak in July, and gradually decline through autumn into winter.

These seasonal patterns make summer pleasant for travel, while winters can bring frost and occasional snowfall.

🌧️ Rainfall Distribution

Monthly rainfall · 19812025 seasonal trends · mm/month

💨Humidity & Wind Speed

Monthly averages · 19812025

💧 Rainfall & Humidity in Phoenix

Phoenix receives its highest rainfall in August, while humidity peaks during winter months.
🌧️ Wettest: August 40 mm☀️ Driest: June 3 mm

💧 Humidity peaks at 47% in January · annual avg 35%

🌍 Climate Summary

Avg Annual Temp:72.3°F
Avg Annual Rainfall:295 mm
Avg Humidity:35%
Data Period:1981 – 2025

📈 Yearly Trends

The warmest year in Phoenix's recorded history was 2025 (avg: 76.3°F), while the coldest was 1991 (avg: 69.4°F).

📊 Key Climate Trends

  • 🌡️ Phoenix's temperature shows a slight warming trend over the past decade
  • 📈 Minimum temperatures show a slight warming trend in recent years
  • 🌧️ Rainfall varies year-to-year without a clear long-term trend

🌡️ Annual Temperature Trend

View Range:

Average annual high/low · Last 10 years · °F

Phoenix's temperatures shows a slight warming trend over the past decade. The highest recorded temperature reached 123.1°F in July 1995, while the lowest dropped to 17.5°F in December 1990.

🌧️ Annual Precipitation

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Total annual precipitation · Last 10 years · mm/year

Annual rainfall in Phoenix shows noticeable variation. Rainfall varies year-to-year without a clear long-term trend.
📋 Yearly Climate Data Overview

🔥 hottest · ❄️ coldest · 🌧️ wettest

YearMin TempAvg TempMax TempRainfall (mm)Avg HumidityAvg Wind
2025 🔥
52.7°F76.3°F99.7°F28631%1.9 m/s
2024
50.7°F74.5°F98.1°F21431%1.9 m/s
2023
49.1°F73.0°F97.0°F24333%2.0 m/s
2022
49.1°F72.3°F95.7°F27934%2.0 m/s
2021
51.1°F74.3°F97.7°F35832%1.9 m/s
2020
48.9°F74.1°F99.3°F15630%2.0 m/s
2019
47.7°F71.4°F95.2°F37637%2.0 m/s
2018
50.2°F73.4°F96.6°F26732%1.9 m/s
2017
50.5°F74.7°F98.6°F21032%1.9 m/s
2016
50.4°F73.4°F96.6°F25533%2.0 m/s

Showing 1 to 10 of 45 years

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hottest month in Phoenix?

Based on 45 years of data (1981–2025), July is typically the hottest month in Phoenix, Arizona, with average high temperatures around 114.3°F.

What is the coldest month in Phoenix?

January is the coldest month in Phoenix, with average low temperatures around 29.6°F.

What is the rainiest month in Phoenix?

August receives the most rainfall with approximately 40 mm, while June is the driest with 3 mm.

What was the highest temperature ever recorded in Phoenix?

The highest recorded temperature was 123.1°F in July 1995. This is part of the historical record spanning 1981–2025.

What was the lowest temperature ever recorded in Phoenix?

The lowest recorded temperature was 17.5°F in December 1990.

How many years of data does this page cover?

This page covers 45 years of climate data from 1981 to 2025. As new data is added to the database the page automatically reflects the updated coverage.

How much sunlight does Phoenix get?

Phoenix receives the most sunlight in June with an average solar radiation of 8.27 kWh/m²/day. This solar radiation data, sourced from NASA POWER, is useful for solar energy planning and agriculture in Arizona.

Where does this weather data come from?

All climate data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite and model data. It provides monthly averages for temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind speed, and solar radiation.

📚 Data Source

All weather data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources), a NASA project providing solar and meteorological data for renewable energy, building efficiency, and agricultural research.

Parameters included:
  • Temperature (Min, Max)
  • Precipitation
  • Relative Humidity
  • Wind Speed
  • Solar Radiation
Data specifications:
  • Resolution: Monthly
  • Spatial: 0.5° × 0.625°
  • Source: MERRA-2
  • Coverage: 19812025
  • Years: 45